Public Sector Assistant Controller – Finance & Audit Lead

Housing Opportunities Commission; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 94,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Opportunities Commission in Montgomery County seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller and oversee the Finance Division—covering financial statements, audits, payroll, AP/AR, and related accounting duties.

The role requires strong knowledge of GAAP, governmental and bond accounting, with supervision of central accounting staff and coordination of audits. CPA preferred and experience with public sector accounting is essential.

Qualifications

• At least five years of senior-level experience as an Accountant with at least two years of supervisory experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related field; CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Agency Audit and preparation of Audit including Indenture Audits.
• Prepare quarterly consolidated financial statements.
• Oversee cash management and investments – recommend and research investment opportunities.
• Supervise General Fund Accounting and Bond Accounting.
• Review staff work for accuracy and train subordinates.
• Review, approve or correct financial records produced from Yardi.

Skills

GAAP

Governmental accounting

Bond accounting

Accounts receivable

Accounts payable

Payroll

Audit oversight

Yardi

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

CPA preferred

Tools

Yardi

Job description

Housing Opportunities Commission in Montgomery County seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller and oversee the Finance Division—covering financial statements, audits, payroll, AP/AR, and related accounting duties.

The role requires strong knowledge of GAAP, governmental and bond accounting, with supervision of central accounting staff and coordination of audits. CPA preferred and experience with public sector accounting is essential.